Advent/Christmas

Our theme for Advent this year is “Advent People”. We will be meeting those who longed for and waited for the birth of Jesus and find out that like them, we are called to be an advent people. People of hope, peace, joy and love.

Below is a calendar of events and activities for this Advent at Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church. We hope they will help you celebrate this special season and prepare yourself for Christmas.

Calendar of Events

Jesse Tree Kit
NPC is providing any family who would like, a Jess Tree kit for Advent. A Jesse tree is like an advent calendar but instead of opening a little door each day, you get to create a Christmas ornament to hang on your Jesse Tree. With each ornament is a story to read from the Bible and a short devotion. Make it part of your family dinner time or do it before bed. You can download the devotional booklet by clicking JesseTreeBooklet2018 and the ornaments by clicking Jesse Tree 2018 – ornaments or pick up a kit at the church with all the supplies you’ll need. The first day of the Jesse Tree family devotional is December 1st.

November 30, December 1 and 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm – On the way to Bethlehem
The Milton-area churches are hosting a live nativity at Country Heritage Park. Come for a guided tour through the story of Christmas.

Sunday, Dec. 9 @ 7:30 pm – St. David’s Comfort and Joy Service
The Christmas season can be very difficult for those who have experienced a recent loss whether it is the loss of a loved one, loss of independence or the loss of a job. This special service hosted by St. David’s Presbyterian in Campbellville is for anyone who needs a place where others understand what you are going through. Our hope is that you will find hope in this service offered especially for you.

Saturday, Dec. 15 @ 7:30 pm – Advent/Christmas Concert with Glen SoderholmNPC is delighted to welcome singer/songwriter and past minister of NPC, Glen Soderholm and his band to our community for a special Advent/Christmas concert. Take a moment this Christmas season to slow down and let Glen’s music feed your soul. Invite your friends and family and enjoy a nice evening of story and song right here in our community. Tickets are $20.www.glensoderholm.com

Saturday, Dec. 15 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Children’s Christmas Party & Pageant Practice
All children are invited to come for an afternoon of fun, games and a Christmas story. In addition, we will be practicing a Christmas Pageant to perform the following day during Sunday worship.

Sunday, Dec. 16 @ 10:00 am – Christmas Pageant
The children will be leading the congregation in worship by performing their Christmas Pageant. All are invited to come and hear the Christmas story once again.

Sunday, Dec. 16 @ 1:30 pm – Campbellville Country Christmas Parade
NPC will be putting a float in this year’s parade in Campbellville. If you are interested in dressing up and being on the float or if you just want to walk beside and hand out candy canes, email info@nassagaweya.com.

Saturday, Dec. 24 @ 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm – Christmas Eve Service

Christmas Eve Services – 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm

NPC has two Christmas Eve services to choose from. At 4:30 pm is our family service which is an informal service geared towards the young and young at heart. We will sing lots of favourite Christmas carols and tell the Christmas story in an interactive and fun way. At 7:30 pm is our candlelight service which is a beautiful service or music, Christmas readings and candles. So come and enjoy a country Christmas this year at NPC.